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Keys to a successful and sustainable telemedicine program.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  20392326     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to determine organizational characteristics evident in successful telemedicine programs. The study proposed four research questions to identify the key organizational characteristics for successful telemedicine programs. METHODS: Data were collected through an online survey using modified unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) and organizational change readiness (ORC) validated assessments. RESULTS: Using the UTAUT instrument and the ORC assessment, themes of successful telemedicine programs emerged. Overarching themes of successful programs included being formally structured, forward thinking, seeking to improve the quality of patient care, and being financially stable. CONCLUSIONS: This research provides a data-driven understanding of organizational issues that serve to maximize a telemedicine program's ability to achieve the overall goals and mission of a healthcare organization.
Authors:
Pamela Whitten; Bree Holtz; Lianh Nguyen
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.    
Journal Detail:
Title:  International journal of technology assessment in health care     Volume:  26     ISSN:  1471-6348     ISO Abbreviation:  Int J Technol Assess Health Care     Publication Date:  2010 Apr 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2010-04-15     Completed Date:  2010-07-29     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  8508113     Medline TA:  Int J Technol Assess Health Care     Country:  England    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  211-6     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
College of Communication Arts & Sciences, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan 48824-1818, USA. pwhitten@msu.edu
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Efficiency, Organizational*
Health Care Surveys
Telemedicine / organization & administration*
Grant Support
ID/Acronym/Agency:
G22TH07758//PHS HHS

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